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Watch: Hundreds of clowns march through Mexico City

Mexico, Oct 19 (ANI): Hundreds of clowns marched merrily through Mexico City on Wednesday to mark the 22nd Annual International Clown Convention, aimed at honing clowns' craft and garner support for them in the industry. The convention, also known as the 'Fair of Laughter', is organised by the Brotherhood of Latin Clowns and brings together clowns from countries such as Peru, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and the United States to show off their talents and pick up skills. Singing and dancing, the clowns paraded through the streets to the delight of curious onlookers. The clowns then posed for a group photo at the iconic the Revolution Monument in Mexico City. Clowns are very important to Mexican culture and life. Thousands pop up on traffic intersections and perform all kinds of tricks to make an earning.

Thousands of endangered river turtles released into Amazon wild

Rio Pacaya (Peru), Oct 19 (ANI): Thousands of endangered turtles have been released in Peru as a part of efforts to conserve the majestic species on the verge of extinction. Staff from Peru's National Service of Natural Areas Protected by the State (SERNANP) released some 5,000 baby turtles as part of an ongoing program. The Taricaya eggs were collected from the beaches and incubated until they hatched.

Harry Potter exhibition blends wizardry with history

England (United Kingdom), Oct 19 (ANI): A new exhibition celebrating the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter book's publication is offering 'muggles' with an interest in magic the chance to view rare memorabilia, combined with historic artifacts referenced in the popular series. "Harry Potter: A History of Magic," held in the British Library in London, features Potter memorabilia including author J.K. Rowling's first annotated sketch of Hogwarts school, as well as her handwritten list of its teachers and subjects. The exhibition also features historic artifacts from the library's collection, including alchemists' scrolls from the 1500s and Chinese oracle bones from the 12th century.

Spanish paraglider becomes part of a natural phenomenon of starlings

Denmark, Oct 19 (ANI): Paraglider Horacio Llorens became part of a flock of starlings to embrace his dream of flying like a bird in Tondermarsken in southern Denmark. The 35-year-old Spaniard traveled to the country to witness the natural phenomenon of Black Sun, created as tens of thousands of starlings gather in the sky at one time there as a biannual event. The five-time aerobatic paragliding world champion, who took up the sport in 2000, interacted with the birds in stunning conditions, Llorens at the heart of the flock, changing direction with the birds at every twist and turn.

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu arrives in Chicago

Chicago (USA), Oct 19 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu arrived in Chicago on Wednesday for his 10-day official tour to America. NRIs received CM Naidu warmly upon his arrival. Naidu said the visit is aimed at attracting investments for his state. The Chief Minister is also scheduled to visit UAE and Britain.

Japanese technology brings new life to online singing and virtual games

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 18 (ANI): Karaoke Box is a place where an amateur singer sings along with recorded music by using a microphone. The trend is gaining popularity in Japan as many such places are mushrooming across the country. NTT Communications is providing IT solutions to the company. Not only singing, the popularity of virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality games create a new enjoyment for video game enthusiasts. At present, many virtual reality experiences provide video and sound using a VR head mount display and headphones. Gamers can experience a virtual world that does not even exist in front of them. Experience beyond Reality, in addition to the debut of devices corresponding to touch and smell, increases the interaction between the player and character and provides the feeling and thrill of actually being there. The player boards the attraction and the robotics controller operates based on the video signal transmitted by the virtual reality content. The new te

Dogs honoured in Nepal on second day of 'Tihar festival'

Kathmandu (Nepal), Oct 18 (ANI): People in Nepal's Kathmandu city on Wednesday (October 18) celebrated the Tihar festival, also called Diwali, by paying tributes to dogs. The five-day-long Hindu festival of Tihar, commonly known as 'Kukur (Dog) Tihar', is the day of the dogs, where the dogs, who are regarded as the guardian and messenger of Yama (God of death), are worshipped using garlands of flowers and vermilion powder. As part of the festival, the pet dogs or stray dogs are honored on the second day, (known as Kukur Tihar), of the festival, where they are acknowledged by the humans by providing them with delicious foods especially prepared for them.

Nepal PM reshuffles cabinet

Nepal, Oct 18 (ANI): In a cabinet reshuffle, Nepali Prime Minister Sher Bhadur Deuba ousted all Maoist leaders shortly after alliance partner Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist Centre) decided against quitting the government, the latest indication of widening cracks in the ruling coalition. Deuba appointed Chairman Kamal Thapa as Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister, Dil Nath Giri as Minister for Urban Development, Jayanta Chand as Minister for Supplies, Bikram Thapa as Minister for Women, Children and Social Welfare. Likewise, four state ministers without portfolio are now assigned to the post of state ministers with Bhaskar Bhadra was appointed State Minister for Energy, Sushil Kumar Shrestha as State Minister for Supplies, Kunti Shahi as State Minister for Urban Development, Kanta Bhattarai has been appointed as State Minister for Women, Children and Social Welfare. All 17 members of Maoist Center were relieved of their portfolios. Strength of Deuba's cabinet stands at 64. Deuba

Tihar festival begins in Nepal

Kathmandu (Nepal), Oct 18 (ANI): Tihar also known as Deepawali or Yamapanchak, the second largest festival in Nepal, started on Tuesday with the worship of the "Crow", the messenger. It is a five-day festival, which comes soon after the Dashain Festival. The second day of Tihar will witness the worship of the Dogs, third to witness the day of worshiping cow along with Laxmi Puja in the evening. On the Fourth day, sisters put "Tika on forehead of their brothers, for their longevity.

Europe's largest freshwater aquarium opens in Switzerland

Switzerland, Oct 18 (ANI): Europe is ready to open freshwater aquarium in Switzerland. Some call it Noah's Ark 2017 because it houses almost exclusively endangered or threatened species. Twenty different ecosystems, spread over 46 aquariums, vivariums and terrariums, are built here housing animals from five continents. Visitors can get up and close with many of them, which will ultimately help conservation efforts according to the aquarium.

60 killed after Taliban attacks government buildings across Afghanistan

Gardez (Afghanistan), Oct 18 (ANI): As many as 60 people were killed and hundreds were injured after Taliban militants attacked a number of government buildings across the country on Tuesday. The deadliest attack occurred in eastern city of Gardez. Two Taliban suicide car bombers struck a police training centre, before gunmen stormed in. Security forces succeeded in killing at least five of the attackers while more than 20 officers died in the assault. One of victims of the attack told he was at the barber shop when he heard a loud explosion. His hands and head were injured and several other causalities were reported in the area. The militants also attacked in Ghazni province where they set off armored vehicles packed with explosives near the governor's office, killing dozens.

Donald Trump pitches tax reform plan in speech at Heritage Foundation

Washington D.C. (United States), Oct 18 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump pitched a tax reform plan at a conservative think tank in Washington D.C., asking members of the Heritage Foundation for their help in passing his plan through Congress. Earlier in the day, Senate Republicans scrambled to ensure support for a budget resolution vital to Trump's drive to overhaul the U.S. tax code, as one Republican fiscal hawk announced he might vote against the measure.

Catalonia refuses to renounce its symbolic declaration of independence

Spain, Oct 18 (ANI): The leaders of Catalonia's two main separatist groups were put behind bars on Tuesday and the trial for sedition is pending as Spain's worst political crisis in decades deepens. Protests broke out in various areas on Monday after they were imprisoned and a government walk-out was held on Tuesday. Catalonia is refusing to back down on independence and Madrid has asked Catalan leaders to renounce its symbolic declaration of independence by October 19. It is highly likely that Spain will impose direct rule on the autonomous region. Meanwhile, Catalonia's police chief remains under investigation after he was accused of failing to order his force to impose a ban on an independence referendum last month. The two pro-independence leaders who have been jailed are accused of helping to orchestrate protests. The Catalan government accused Madrid of taking political prisoners likening it to life under dictator General Franco, when Catalan culture was suppressed.

U.S. judge blocks latest Trump travel ban order

Unites States, Oct 18 (ANI): A federal judge blocked President Donald Trump's third attempt to impose travel restrictions on individuals entering the United States. The open-ended ban that was announced last month, targeted people from Libya, Somalia, Chad, Iran, Syria, Yemen, and North Korea and certain government officials from Venezuela. U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson said in his ruling, on Tuesday, that the policy "suffers from precisely the same maladies as its predecessor: it lacks sufficient findings that the entry of more than 150 million nationals from six specified countries would be 'detrimental to the interests of the United States." The White House immediately hit back in a statement calling the court order dangerously flawed. It also mentioned that it undercuts the President's efforts to keep the American citizens safe. The ban was a latest version of a policy, which was first introduced by executive order in January and originally targeted seven Muslim-majority count

Voice against oppressive rule of Islamabad in PoK gains momentum

Muzaffarabad (PoK), October 17, 2017: Evil designs of Pakistani establishment and its army has not only subverted the autonomy of Pakistan occupied Kashmir, but has pushed the life of common man into misery, with its diabolic policies and tormenting attitude towards the people of the region. Common people PoK are on streets demanding basic rights like electricity, roads, education and health facilities.

Nepali Congress joins hands with Loktantrik forum

Kathmandu (Nepal), Oct 17 (ANI): A unification wave is sweeping across Nepali politics as the merger between the two democratic parties, Nepali Congress (NC) and Nepal Loktantrik Frorum (NLF) took place in Kathmandu on Monday. Bijay Kumar Gachhadar had left NC and joined the Nepal Loktantrik Forum a decade ago. A former Congress leader, Gachhadar, had won elections in 1991, 1994 and 1999 under the NC banner and he joined the Madhesi Janadhikar Forum led by Upendra Yadav in 2008 after being expelled by the NC. After the announcement of the merger agreement between the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist and the Maoist Center some weeks ago, many other fringe parties have come under the flag of different parties. With the formation of the communist alliance, other parties are now in attempt to make alliance to contest in the upcoming polls.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau sends Diwali greetings

New Delhi, Oct 17 (ANI): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday sent Diwali wishes ahead of the festival of lights. Trudeau took to his Twitter handle to send Diwali greetings. The prime minister tweeted a picture of himself lighting the lamp during the celebrations in the city of Ottawa. Members of the Indian diaspora and his Cabinet were also present to mark the occasion. Trudeau captioned the picture as: "Diwali Mubarak! We're celebrating in Ottawa tonight. #HappyDiwali"

Wildfires kill 30 in Portugal, Spain

Portugal/Spain: Nearly 30 people have died as wildfires rage through parched farmlands and forests in Portugal and Spain. Twenty-seven of those deaths coming in Portugal, where authorities say they are still battling about 145 blazes. Around 100 fires are still blazing in Spain. Lisbon has declared a state of emergency in territory north of the Tagus river, about half of its landmass.

Total termination of Iran nuclear deal 'possible': Donald Trump

Washington D.C. (United States), Oct 17 (ANI): Days after U.S. envoy to the United Nations Nikki Haley informed that people are going to see U.S. stay in the deal, President Donald Trump said that 'total termination' of the Iran nuclear deal is a 'real possibility'. President Trump said the Iran deal was something that had to be done and he will see what phase two is. He added: "phase two might be positive or it might be very negative, it might be a total termination, that is a very real possibility, some would say that is a greater possibility."

Somalia bomb attack: Death count tops 300

Mogadishu (Somalia), Oct 17 (ANI): Somalia's deadliest attack in a decade killed more than 300 people after twin bomb explosions in Mogadishu. The death toll steadily increased since Saturday, when the blasts exploded at two busy junctions in the capital city. No organisation has claimed responsibility for the blasts but Islamist militant group al-Shabaab, which is allied to al-Qaeda, has staged regular attacks in the country. The weekend attacks are the bloodiest since the group began its insurgency against Somalia's UN-backed government in 2007. A spokesman for the Aamin Ambulance service informed that it was proving difficult for people to find their friends and relatives as they were just finding unrecognisable body parts. A doctor at Mogadishu's Madina hospital said 258 deaths have been recorded by them out of which 160 bodies could not be recognised and were buried by the government on Sunday.